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Phenomenon No. 1

Synopsis

Dream matrix, history written in lightning image, memory and the TV syntax, images flowing and fused together to other images and electronic tapestry of images half seen, sought for, seeking man's dreams, movies as dreams, history as media. "The artist will tell you it is as much a process he is interested in ... as a result. Art is a process – life is a process – are they the same process? So many of the artists became unhappy about this eternal, unyielding quality in their art, and they began to wish their work were more like shoes, more temporary, more human, more able to admit of the possibility of change. The fixed, finished work began to be supplemented by the idea of work as a process, constantly becoming something else, tentative, allowing more than one interpretation." – Dick Higgins

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1964

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Stan VanDerBeek
Original Title
Phenomenon No. 1
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
8m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Stan VanDerBeek

Department Leadership Roster

Stan VanDerBeek

Stan VanDerBeek

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Phenomenon No. 1.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phenomenon No. 1

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Phenomenon No. 1 about?

Dream matrix, history written in lightning image, memory and the TV syntax, images flowing and fused together to other images and electronic tapestry of images half seen, sought for, seeking man's dreams, movies as dreams, history as media. "The artist will tell you it is as much a process he is interested in ... as a result. Art is a process – life is a process – are they the same process? So many of the artists became unhappy about this eternal, unyielding quality in their art, and they began to wish their work were more like shoes, more temporary, more human, more able to admit of the possibility of change. The fixed, finished work began to be supplemented by the idea of work as a process, constantly becoming something else, tentative, allowing more than one interpretation." – Dick Higgins

Who directed Phenomenon No. 1?

Phenomenon No. 1 was directed by Stan VanDerBeek.

Who stars in Phenomenon No. 1?

The principal cast of Phenomenon No. 1 includes Not specified.

When was Phenomenon No. 1 released and how long is it?

Phenomenon No. 1 was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 8m.